January 2026 archiveTournament update

Verified report · International

Copa América Futsal starts with ten South American teams

The continental tournament opened in Luque, Paraguay, with Brazil and Colombia drawing 2-2 on the first day.

24 Jan–01 Feb South America Luque, Paraguay
Japan and Uzbekistan playing at the 2026 AFC Futsal Asian Cup
Context image · Japan and Uzbekistan playing at the 2026 AFC Futsal Asian CupPhoto: Medelam · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

The 2026 CONMEBOL Copa América Futsal began on 24 January at the COP Arena–Óscar Harrison in Luque. Ten South American national teams entered a group stage followed by placement and medal matches.

Defending champion Brazil opened with a 2-2 draw against Colombia. The event continued through 1 February, when Brazil retained the title; this January record focuses on the launch and provides the organiser's live result archive for the full competition.

Source trail

Read the original record.

iintroo summarises and contextualises the result. Scores, dates and later rulings remain linked to the organiser or governing body.